Chapter 3. Vision
Object
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 13155
Received: 24/02/2016
Respondent: Woodland Trust
Mention the importance of trees and woodlands in the vision.
[An important publication from the Forestry Commission, The Case for Trees in development and the urban environment, lists the benefits as -
Climate change contributions
Environment advantages
Economic dividends
Social benefits.]
We would like to see mention of trees and woods in your vision.
The Governments Big Tree Plant website states that:
'Trees can make a street come to life, by attracting wildlife, changing colours throughout the seasons, and creating shade and shelter. They shield houses from traffic noise, can help save energy, and reduce the risk of flooding.' The website goes on to say 'There is evidence that trees in cities can also help fight the effects of air pollution and climate change.'
An important publication from the Forestry Commission, The Case for Trees in development and the urban environment (Forestry Commission, July 2010), sets out 'The multiple value of trees for people and places - increasing greenspace and tree numbers is likely to remain one of the most effective tools for making urban areas more convivial', and lists (on p.10) the benefits as -
Climate change contributions
Environment advantages
Economic dividends
Social benefits.
Object
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 13406
Received: 17/03/2016
Respondent: Mrs Jean Laut
Availability of facilities such as Cross Rail, sports and Leisure etc. is only feasible if we have transport infrastructure that easily allows us to get to them.
We have no practical public transport here on the road between Billericay and Shenfield so we have to drive. This would require a massive investment in car parking to become a feasible option.
Availability of facilities such as Cross Rail, sports and Leisure etc. is only feasible if we have transport infrstructure that easily allows us to get to them.
We have no practical public transport here on the road between Billericay and Shenfield so we have to drive. This would require a massive investment in car parking to become a feasible option.
Object
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 13556
Received: 22/03/2016
Respondent: Anne Clark
You cannot improve current residents' quality of life by cramming more people into the town.
You cannot improve current residents' quality of life by cramming more people into the town.
Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 13665
Received: 23/03/2016
Respondent: Mr Sasha Millwood
There is more to the wonderful green spaces of Brentwood than merely the two country parks cited. The openness of the green belt, the forests, fields, and unstructured wild spaces (such as Officer's Meadow) are all integral to the pleasant environment of Brentwood. This must be recognised and defended to the death, even if it means taking up a legal battle with the Planning Inspectorate (although I doubt they would attempt to overrule the genuine and deeply held wishes of local residents to preserve their green belt; I consider the Council to be scaremongering on this matter).
There is more to the wonderful green spaces of Brentwood than merely the two country parks cited. The openness of the green belt, the forests, fields, and unstructured wild spaces (such as Officer's Meadow) are all integral to the pleasant environment of Brentwood. This must be recognised and defended to the death, even if it means taking up a legal battle with the Planning Inspectorate (although I doubt they would attempt to overrule the genuine and deeply held wishes of local residents to preserve their green belt; I consider the Council to be scaremongering on this matter).
Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 14091
Received: 11/04/2016
Respondent: Zada Capital
The Vision statement should be applauded but the Council's decision to develop a site at Dunton will not benefit the Borough's residents, will not benefit the Town Centre, is not responsive to local needs and does not take advantage of Crossrail. Basildon will benefit most from any development at Dunton. To meet the demands of the Vision the Plan should be looking to allocate throughout the Borough and recognising that developing small areas of Green Belt adjoin or in close proximity of existing settlement will have less of an impact on the Green Belt. The Council do not answer why building over 5,000 homes in total at Dunton will continue to make the Borough a destination of choice.
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Support
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 15275
Received: 03/05/2016
Respondent: Brentwood School
Number of people: 2
Agent: JTS Partnership LLP
Support the vision set out in the Draft Plan.
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Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 15509
Received: 10/05/2016
Respondent: Environment Agency
We are supportive of the plan's vision to grow the Borough sustainably, protecting its environment and realising opportunities to enhance the quality and provision of facilities and minimising the negative impacts of development. It is important to recognise that planning can not only protect existing natural assets, but can also provide opportunities to achieve environmental gains. The vision could be strengthened by changing 'minimising negative impacts' to 'preventing negative impacts'.
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Support
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 15895
Received: 11/05/2016
Respondent: Essex County Council
ECC welcomes the inclusion of a clear and concise vision and strategic objectives within the Local Plan. It is recognised that BBC is seeking to ensure the strategic objectives are consistent with the national guidance. The strategic objectives clearly send the message that the purpose of the new plan will be to align key infrastructure with sustainable growth, the development and resilience of health and wellbeing, creating a prosperous economy, whilst protecting the environment. ECC welcomes the anticipated benefits of this approach. Many of these aspects are consistent with the current vision and priorities in the Vision for Essex (2013 - 2017) and Corporate Outcomes Framework.
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